Hyperactivity Related to Autism

Published Aug,14 2017  |  By Gina Knutson

Autism is a developmental disorder that begins early in childhood. Symptoms vary for each person, as does the severity of symptoms. Hyperactivity is one symptom associated with this condition.

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Headache in Forehead Area

Published Aug,14 2017  |  By Gina Knutson

A headache is defined as pain in any part of the head and may be described as throbbing, dull or sharp. Pain in the forehead area is common. Different types of headaches exist; based on your symptoms, your doctor can determine the cause of your headache and how to treat it.

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What Should My Child Be Doing at 9 Months Old?

Published Jun,13 2017  |  By Gina Knutson

All parents wonder if their child has reached milestones at certain times in her development. Though children develop at differing rates, there are some things most 9-month-old babies typically can do. The American Academy of Pediatrics states that between 8 and 12 months a baby will become increasingly mobile.

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The Heart Rate in the Elderly

Published Jul,08 2011  |  By Gina Knutson

A normal heart rate is between 60 and 100 beats per minute. A person who is very athletic, however, may have a heart rate as low as 40 beats per minute.

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